2018–2025 Volvo V60 · common problems & known faults

Timing belt intervals on 2.0 diesel and petrol

Typically appears

90,000+ miles

What to inspect

Check belt change evidence in the history

Sensus screen and driver assist faults

Typically appears

Age-related

What to inspect

Test the screen, cameras and pilot assist

Bush and damper wear on larger wheels

Typically appears

70,000+ miles

What to inspect

Listen for knocks and check for damper weep

Rear disc corrosion on low mileage cars

Typically appears

Age-related

What to inspect

Inspect rear discs and pads

Power tailgate strut failure causing grinding noises or failure to stay open.

Typically appears

40,000-60,000 miles

What to inspect

Operate the power tailgate using the fob. Listen for groaning or grinding noises from the spindle struts and ensure the boot lid holds firmly at maximum height without sagging.

Electric Rear Axle Drive (ERAD) bearing failure on T6 and T8 Recharge PHEV models.

Typically appears

50,000-80,000 miles

What to inspect

Engage 'Pure' (electric-only) mode and drive at low speeds. Listen closely for a high-pitched whine from the rear axle during acceleration and lift-off deceleration.

Water ingress into front footwells due to blocked panoramic sunroof drain tubes.

Typically appears

3-5 years

What to inspect

Press your hand firmly into the front carpets on both driver and passenger sides to feel for dampness. Check the headlining edges around the sunroof for water tide marks.

EGR cooler leaks or valve sticking on D3 and D4 diesel variants.

Typically appears

60,000-90,000 miles

What to inspect

Check the coolant expansion tank for low fluid levels or soot contamination. Start the engine from cold and feel for a lumpy idle or hesitation when blipping the throttle.